Property 10657

Location and Surrounding Area

Located in one of the most appreciated areas in Southern Apulia, just a few kilometers from the glorious coast, this exceptional nine-bedroom masseria is ideally situated to offer complete relaxation and privacy to its guests, providing an opulent escape for those who want to explore this exclusive area. Famous for its whitewashed towns, excellent food, dramatic coastal cliffs and beautiful beaches, this area of Southern Apulia features all the ingredients for the perfect vacation.

In less than fifteen minutes by car, you can reach Gallipoli, whose name means “beautiful city”. The port has established it as a maritime town for centuries and it still has an active fishing trade. It was a trade port with ties to Orient, as seen in some decorations and touches around the town. The elegant old center hints at its once important past. The beaches are known throughout Italy as some of the cleanest around, with colorful rows of umbrellas and bright seafront bars and restaurants decorating them in the summer.

Bequeathed with baroque buildings by its 17th-century architects, the city of Lecce has a completeness and homogeneity that other southern Italian metropolises lack. Indeed, so distinctive is Lecce’s architecture that it has acquired its own moniker, Lecce baroque, an expressive and decorative incarnation of the genre replete with gargoyles, asparagus columns and cavorting gremlins. Swooning 18th-century traveler Thomas Ashe thought it “the most beautiful city in Italy”.

Santa Maria di Leuca boasts one of the biggest tourist ports in Salento, with 760 mooring places that can accommodate boats up to 40 meters long. The coast, surrounded by Punta Ristola and Punta Meliso, alternates cliffs and beaches, with the characteristic “bagnarole” made of stone. In Leuca, you will also find the fascinating marine caves that can be visited via boats: the marine life and crystal-clear water underneath the caves make them a perfect hotspot for snorkeling and scuba diving.

The villa is just a few kilometers from Otranto, a natural bridge between the Mediterranean and the East, and a charming land where the ancient atmosphere of the historic center goes hand in hand with a lively nightlife. Lying deep in Italy’s stiletto, Otranto has back-heeled quite a few invaders over the centuries and been brutally kicked by others, most notably the Turks. Sleuth around its compact old quarter and you can peel the past off in layers: Greek, Roman, Turkish and Napoleonic.

Property 10657 is 89 km from Brindisi Airport (also known as Salento Airport) and 208 km from the Bari Karol Wojtyla International Airport. Gallipoli is 7 km, Maglie is 25 km, Torre San Giovanni is 26 km, Torre Mozza Beach is 31 km, Porto Cesareo is 34 km, Castro is 40 km, Leverano is 40 km, Lecce is 42 km, Santa Maria di Leuca is 46 km, Otranto is 47 km, Torre dell’Orso is 51 km, Torre Chianca is 58 km.

The Property

Encircled by ancient olive groves and within easy reach of the glorious coastline, Property 10657 is a charming masseria located in one of the most evocative corners in Southern Italy. Blending old world elegance with modern comfort, this property preserves the atmosphere of a 19th-century masseria. Just a few kilometers from the most famous sandy beaches of the region, Property 10657 can accommodate eighteen guests featuring nine double bedrooms with en-suite bathroom.

Set in a six-hectare ground of olive groves, this exclusive masseria boasts an exceptional swimming pool and a generous paved poolside area furnished with comfortable sun loungers inviting guests to sit back and unwind. Offering a tranquil atmosphere, the villa features a a generous al fresco lounge and dining area in the shade of a large pergola. With gorgeous views of the surrounding countryside, the outdoor area boasts a generous garden leading to the interior living space of the masseria.

With white-washed walls and traditional vaulted ceilings,the property boasts a bright living room furnished with comfortable sofas, a generous dining area with large table, and a modern fully-equipped kitchen with all the amenities you might need during your stay. All rooms have been stylishly decorated to reflect the colors of the surrounding countryside. Offering classic charm and modern comfort, the property boasts nine double bedrooms complete with en-suite bathroom.

Flooded with natural light, the masseria features three double bedrooms on the ground floor, each with its own private outdoor space, and two double bedrooms with panoramic terrace on the first floor, one also featuring an exclusive outdoor Jacuzzi. In the garden you will find two typical Trulli with four spacious double bedrooms with en-suite bathroom, each with independent access. Two bedrooms in each Trullo can be connected, so they are perfect for families with small children.